KU basketball to host Florida, K-State to play at Tennessee in SEC/Big 12 challenge

The Kansas men's basketball team will get another crack at Florida this season.

The Jayhawks will play host to the Florida Gators on Dec. 5 at Allen Fieldhouse, ESPN announced Wednesday afternoon. The two teams will meet for the second straight year as part of the SEC/Big 12 Challenge.

Florida defeated KU, 67-61, in last year's game played in Gainesville, Florida.

Kansas State, meanwhile, will play at Tennessee as part of the challenge on Dec. 6.

“Tennessee had a tremendous year with their run to the Sweet 16,” K-State coach Bruce Weber said. “I know that they are going through a transition period with a new coach, but they have a terrific tradition and one of the best home court advantages in the country, so it will be a great challenge for our team early in the season.”

The Wildcats beat Ole Miss, 61-58, in a home game in the SEC/Big 12 challenge a year ago.